Huntley Street Early Learning

Play is the order of the day of Goodstart Early Learning and the programs at the centre are grounded in a play-based approach. The educators embed teaching and learning into play experiences, helping the children to make sense of the world around them. This is how the children learn about how things work and develop important foundational relationships and skills. 

The primarily child-directed, play-based curriculum ensures that the children are engaged in their learning. They are encouraged to take the lead, developing their negotiation, risk taking, problem solving and social skills. The educators observe the children and help to challenge them by extending their learning and interests.

The educators recognise that every child is unique and that they bring their own needs, interests and strengths with them each day. The program is designed to be flexible to cater to these differing needs, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive at Goodstart.

Kay Byers

My name is Kay and I’m the Centre Director at Huntley Street.

I have a Bachelor of Early Education - Birth to five years with over 20 years’ experience in the early years industry. I have been at Huntley Street now since 2019, with some of our educators also joining the centre when it first opened in 2016.

I am originally from Manchester in the UK and after completing my Diploma in early education I decided to go travelling, with the intention of going for one year. 15 years later I still call Sydney home!

I am very passionate about fostering positive relationship with each and everyone of our families and ensuring they feel trusted with us in a warm and welcoming environment. I want everyone to feel a sense of belonging and for them to share a home away from home with us. We know that children thrive and learn best when their environment is safe and they feel nurtured with those around them.

Respectful interactions with the children is embedded through our philosophy here at Huntley Street and giving them opportunities to learn through our play based programme. We support the children to be independent and autonomous in everything that they do while also giving them skills to take through into their later years.

Our centre features two large outdoor play areas for children of all ages to use. They can enjoy the fresh air while exploring through the natural greenery, the tall bamboo trees, digging in the sandpit and is a tranquil oasis for the children to enjoy at all times throughout the day.

We would love to welcome you into our community and for you to start this exciting new journey with us.

I would be proud to show you our beautiful centre and share with you why the team and I love Huntley street. Feel free to book a tour today!